Ark Blake Academy vs Ark Oval Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 539 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Blake Academy
Croydon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
759 students
Ark Oval Primary Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
593 students
| Measure | Ark Blake Academy Croydon, London | Ark Oval Primary Academy Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #399 of 640 | #1340 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2167 of 4,090 | #9668 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 759 | 593 |
| Pupils on roll | 759 | 593 |
| Free school meals | 50.4% | 34.4% |
| Capacity filled | 63.3% | 94.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 50.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.28 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.arkblake.org | www.arkovalprimary.org |
The verdict
- •Ark Blake Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (45.9 vs 42.2).
- •Ark Blake Academy is the larger school with 759 students compared with 593.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ark Blake Academy better than Ark Oval Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Blake Academy ranks higher (45.9 vs 42.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ark Blake Academy and Ark Oval Primary Academy?
About 539 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Blake Academy: 759. Ark Oval Primary Academy: 593. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Blake Academy and Ark Oval Primary Academy rank in London?
Ark Blake Academy is 399th of 640 and Ark Oval Primary Academy is 1340th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).